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PLATINUM ADVENTURES NEWSLETTER
                    DAY TRIPS • EXTENDED TRIPS • SEMINARS • AND MORE!
SPRING 2021

              A MESSAGE FROM
              THE DIRECTOR
              Let’s spring forward to warmer days and good times with friends. We’ve
              planted a garden full of good cheer, and new activities are blooming.
              For those who are energized and ready to explore, we’ve got a budding
              list of places to visit and things to see across the country. We’ve also
              sprinkled in some educational seminars and day trips sprouting up locally.

              Since your safety is our utmost concern, we will be practicing social
              distancing and other protective measures at events. The number of
              guests on motorcoaches will be limited, face coverings will be used when
              required, and event attendees will need to sign a waiver. Also, please
              know all our extended trips include trip insurance, which can give you
              peace of mind in uncertain times.

              At the time of print, the extended trips, outings, and presentations in this
              newsletter are all scheduled to occur as planned. However, due to the
              ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, these events may need to be rescheduled
              or canceled. Please contact me with any questions you may have.

              I look forward to seeing you soon!

              Mary Jo Babiarz

                                     FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ANY OF
                                     THE EVENTS YOU SEE IN THIS NEWSLETTER,
                                            OR TO RSVP, CONTACT ME:
                                                   MARY JO BABIARZ
                                           847-838-7030 | mbabiarz@sbotl.com
A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Cary Bank & Trust
FOR DETAILED
    ITINERARIES ON
    ANY OF THESE
    UPCOMING
    DAY TRIPS,
    CONTACT YOUR
    PLATINUM                            DAY TRIPS
                                        You’ll have the unique opportunity to
                                                                                                      Pay close attention to the means of
                                                                                                      transportation for these trips. Oftentimes,
                                                                                                      we will gather and transport the group by
    ADVENTURES
                                        explore the wonders we have nearby. We                        bus, but there are some events that require
    DIRECTOR.                           carefully plan each of our day trips, events,                 you to commute on your own. As always, if
                                        and seminars to ensure they are packed                        you should have any questions about any
                                        with as much adventure and education as                       of these day trips, or would like to RSVP,
                                        possible. Plus, each event offers a great                     contact your bank’s Platinum Adventures
                                        chance to share with friends just what the                    director at the phone number or email
                                        Platinum Adventures Club is all about.                        listed in this newsletter.

    FRIDAY, MAY 7
    Mother's Day Bouquet Arranging                                       TUESDAY, MAY 11
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                     Embrace Retirement Presentation
    State Bank of The Lakes                                              EASY 1        2     3    4    5 ENERGETIC
    50 COMMERCE DRIVE | GRAYSLAKE, IL                                    State Bank of The Lakes
    Celebrate Mother's Day with your Platinum Adventures                 50 COMMERCE DRIVE | GRAYSLAKE, IL
    friends by making a tied bouquet, just in time for the special       This workshop focuses on rewiring our behaviors and beliefs
    holiday. With the assistance of Heather from Antioch Flower          in order to create a fulfilling retirement. We do this by
    Shop, we will create a floral bouquet together, which you will       identifying seven components that need to be examined
    get to take home after our creative class. All the tools, florals,   for this new life stage. Authors of "Embrace Retirement,
    and greens will be provided for you, but feel free to bring          a Proactive 7 Step Guide to Discover 'Now What?,'" Russ
    your own apron. Afterward, enjoy a delicious boxed lunch             Fahrner and Bruce Bohrer* will present. This workshop is
    and refreshments catered on-site by Something's Brewing.             sponsored by the Proctor and Volk team of Wintrust Wealth
    Come pamper yourself, regardless if you are celebrating              Management. Light refreshments will be served.
    Mother's Day or not!
                                                                         TIME: 1 PM
    TIME: 10:30 AM                                                       COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
    COST: MEMBERS $45 | NON-MEMBERS $50                                  *Russ Fahrner and Bruce Bohrer are not affiliates of Wintrust.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Cary Bank & Trust
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                                                ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                                                  TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                                                              MARY JO BABIARZ
                                                                                                                                                     847-838-7030
                                                                                                                                              mbabiarz@sbotl.com

TUESDAY, MAY 18                                                                        WEDNESDAY, MAY 19
A Shakespeare Sonnet and More                                                          Honoring Our Veterans
EASY 1     2    3    4    5 ENERGETIC                                                  EASY 1        2    3    4    5 ENERGETIC

State Bank of The Lakes                                                                Virtual event
1906 HOLIAN DRIVE | SPRING GROVE, IL                                                   Join us to recognize the Memorial Day holiday with a moving
Take a voyage into the words of Shakespeare, set to the                                presentation by Honor Flight, a nonprofit organization created
music of Mai-Ling, a pioneering alternative and classical style                        solely to honor America's veterans for all their sacrifices. Honor
pianist. For the past 20 years, Mai-Ling has been working on                           Flight transports our heroes to Washington, D.C., to visit
her Shakespeare sonnet project, setting out to write music to                          and reflect at the memorials dedicated to their service and
all 154 sonnets. The program includes Shakespeare's seasons                            remember their friends. We will also enjoy a special concert
and sonnets set to music, and pieces composed to his plays                             filled with patriotic songs sung by Andrew Blendermann.*
and tone poems, inspired by words and images. Join Mai-
Ling and be intrigued by the drama and nature of life from                             To register for this event, visit pamay.eventbrite.com.
Shakespeare’s perspective, and see how it applies to our own                           Online login information will be emailed to you three
modern-day life. A to-go treat will be provided.                                       hours prior to the event.

TIME: 10 AM                                                                            TIME: 4 PM
COST: MEMBERS $10 | NON-MEMBERS $15                                                    COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
                                                                                       *Andrew Blendermann is not an affiliate of Wintrust.

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                                                                                       TIME: 10 AM TO 3 PM
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TUESDAY, JUNE 8
    A Walk in the Park
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

    Spring Grove Hatchery Park
    2314 HATCHERY RD. | SPRING GROVE, IL
    Let’s take a walk at Spring Grove Hatchery Park! A little
    exercise and fresh air will do us some good. Hatchery Park
    is the original location of the first fish hatchery in Illinois,
    constructed in 1913. The walk is only three-fourths of a mile
    around the lake, but it’s a beautiful and scenic walk. For those
    who are feeling energetic, we can walk around twice. Good                   FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS
    gym shoes are recommended, as you will be walking on stones.
    This event is free, but the park charges a $5 nonresident fee
    for parking. Be sure to bring $5 cash per car if you do not live
    in Spring Grove. Light refreshments will be provided.
                                                                           FOR YOU
                                                                           Whether you’re preparing for retirement, managing your
    TIME: 10 AM                                                            retirement income, or planning for your family’s financial
    COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE                                     security, we’re here to help. Our team of experts offers
    We will meet in the parking lot.                                       the personalized attention you deserve with the financial
                                                                           solutions you need for every stage of your life.

    THURSDAY, JUNE 10
    Elder Financial Exploitation
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

    State Bank of The Lakes
    440 LAKE ST. | ANTIOCH, IL                                                                           wintrustwealth.com
    Older adults are prime targets for financial exploitation,
    both by people they know and trust, and by strangers. Join                  Contact a financial advisor for more information.
    us to learn how to identify fraud, scams, and other types of
    financial exploitation, along with tips to help you prevent it     Securities, insurance products, financial planning, and investment management services offered through
    from happening. State Bank of The Lakes branch managers            Wintrust Investments, LLC (Member FINRA/SIPC), founded in 1931. Trust and asset management services
                                                                       offered by The Chicago Trust Company, N.A. and Great Lakes Advisors, LLC, respectively.
    Dave Korstanje, Linda Hartmann, and Connie Barszcz will lead
    the presentation.                                                  Investment products such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds are:
                                                                       NOT FDIC INSURED | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT A DEPOSIT
                                                                       NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
    TIME: 6 PM
    COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Cary Bank & Trust
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                    ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                      TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                          MARY JO BABIARZ
                                                                                                                   847-838-7030
                                                                                                            mbabiarz@sbotl.com

FRIDAY, JUNE 11                                                    TUESDAY, JUNE 15
Ice Cream, No Social!                                              Avoiding Financial Exploitation
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                   EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
Here's the scoop: Kick-start your summer by meeting                Algonquin Bank & Trust
your Platinum Adventure Director Mary Jo Babiarz for a             4049 W. ALGONQUIN RD. | ALGONQUIN, IL
complimentary ice cream treat when you visit one of our            Join us to learn how to recognize and reduce the risk
branches at an event listed below. This is a grab-and-go event.    of financial exploitation. We'll talk about phone scams,
Masks are required, and we ask that you stay socially distant.     computer and internet scams, identity theft, and contractor
                                                                   and home improvement scams. Ask a friend to join you;
11 AM TO NOON | CRYSTAL LAKE BANK & TRUST                          they will thank you for the valuable information. Algonquin
70 N. Williams St. | Crystal Lake, IL                              Bank & Trust branch manager Mary Caporale will lead this
                                                                   informative presentation.
2 TO 3 PM | CARY BANK & TRUST
60 E. Main St. | Cary, IL                                          TIME: 11 AM
                                                                   COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE

MONDAY, JUNE 14                                                    WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16
Make-n-Take Succulent Workshop                                     Protecting Seniors From Scams
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
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Harms Farm & Garden Center                                         Virtual event
4727 W. CRYSTAL LAKE RD. | MCHENRY, IL                             Join us for an engaging presentation by the Illinois attorney
Let’s get our hands dirty! Have you ever wanted to create          general's office. Far too often, scam artists prey on individuals
your own living art? The instructors at Harms Farm will teach      to gain their trust and obtain access to their financial
us the secrets for creating a simple succulent bowl, and you       accounts, resulting in exploitation and fraud. We'll learn about
can add your personal touch. Additional fairy garden items         the wide range of scams that specifically target older citizens,
will be available for purchase. A to-go treat will be provided     as well as how you can protect yourself, friends, and family
after the class. Please wear casual clothing that you don’t        from scam artists and fraudulent businesses.
mind getting dirty, or bring an apron. After class, feel free to
browse in the gift shop, where they have everything from           To register for this event, visit pajune.eventbrite.com.
plants and vegetables to lawn art and delicious dip mixes.         Online login information will be emailed to you three
                                                                   hours prior to the event.
TIME: 10 AM
COST: MEMBERS $25 | NON-MEMBERS $35                                TIME: 4 PM
TRANSPORTATION IS NOT PROVIDED.                                    COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
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TUESDAY, JUNE 22                                                  SATURDAY, JULY 17
    Protecting Your Identity and Other Assets                         Music in the Lot!
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                  EASY 1         2    3    4     5 ENERGETIC

    McHenry Bank & Trust                                              Crystal Lake Bank & Trust
    2205 N. RICHMOND RD. | MCHENRY, IL                                5100 NORTHWEST HWY. | CRYSTAL LAKE, IL
    Join us to learn how to protect your identity and other           Bring your lawn chairs and come out and join your Platinum
    assets. At this presentation, we will discuss what steps to       Adventures friends for a summer afternoon filled with music
    take in the event that you become a victim of identity theft      by DJ Randy.* DJ Randy will play old time tunes for us to sing
    or fraud. McHenry Bank & Trust branch manager Rose Smith          along to and enjoy. Snacks and drinks will be provided, but
    will lead this informative presentation.                          feel free to bring a picnic basket or your own snacks and
                                                                      enjoy some fun in the sun! Invite your friends for a socially
    TIME: 9:30 AM                                                     distanced afternoon celebration. Space is limited, so call
    COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE                                today to reserve your spot!

                                                                      TIME: 2 PM
                                                                      COST: MEMBERS $5 | NON-MEMBERS $7
                                                                      *DJ Randy is not an affiliate of Wintrust.

                                                                                         SECURITY
                                                                                         REMINDER
    FRIDAY, JUNE 25
    A Day in Freeport
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                           We will never reach out to you via email, phone, or
    FREEPORT, IL                                                               text message to ask for sensitive information, like
    Today, we'll enjoy all that Freeport has to offer. We'll begin             online banking IDs, passwords, one-time verification
                                                                               codes, or account or Social Security numbers. And,
    with a tour of the Freeport Historical Museum, followed
                                                                               we’ll never ask you to verify sensitive personal or
    by lunch at Cimino’s Little Italy. Feel like a kid again as you            account information on our websites.
    enjoy a carousel ride at Krape Park. Next, we'll visit Little
    Cubs Field, a replica of Wrigley Field, and shop at Mrs. Mike’s            If you receive a communication like this or think you
    Potato Chips before ending at the Lincoln-Douglas Debate                   may have interacted with a fraudulent message, please
                                                                               email us at reportfraud@wintrust.com or contact your
    Square. A hop-on guide will share many other highlights as                 banker right away.
    we make our way through town.
                                                                               Visit wintrust.com/security to learn more about how
    TIME: 8:30 AM TO 6 PM                                                      to keep your personal information safe.
    COST: MEMBERS $68 | NON-MEMBERS $78
    PICK-UP: ANTIOCH AND CRYSTAL LAKE
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Cary Bank & Trust
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                    ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                      TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                            MARY JO BABIARZ
                                                                                                                    847-838-7030
                                                                                                             mbabiarz@sbotl.com

WEDNESDAY, JULY 21
Should I Stay or Should I Go?
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

Virtual event                                                                                                        LIMI
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Join us for an informative discussion presented by Elderwerks,                                                        AVA ED SEAT
                                                                   THURSDAY, JULY 29                                       ILAB
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a nonprofit organization that helps families find senior
housing and elder care solutions. Elderwerks also assists older    Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds
adults through the transition from one home to another and         EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

finds the services they need to remain in their home. This         Wrigley Field
presentation will cover making a home accessible, planning         1060 W. ADDISON ST. | CHICAGO, IL
for a move, and transitioning to a new senior lifestyle.           We're taking you out to the ballgame! Join us as we cheer
                                                                   on our Chicago Cubs as they face the Cincinnati Reds at
To register for this event, visit pajuly.eventbrite.com.           Wrigley Field. It's always a fun day at the ballpark, and it'll be
Online login information will be emailed to you three              great to experience the sights and sounds of baseball once
hours prior to the event.                                          again. Lunch will be on your own at one of the food vendors
TIME: 4 PM                                                         or restaurants located at Wrigley Field. The game starts at
                                                                   1:20 p.m., and the price includes the game ticket and deluxe
COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
                                                                   motorcoach transportation. Let's go, Cubs!

                                                                   CALL FOR PRICING AND DEPARTURE INFORMATION.
                                                                   Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the venue
                                                                   may change its fan attendance policy for this game.

                                                                   TUESDAY, AUGUST 3
MONDAY, JULY 26                                                    Dog-n-Suds Sock Hop
List It!                                                           EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
                                                                   Miller's Dog-n-Suds Drive-In
State Bank of The Lakes                                            517 WASHINGTON ST. | INGLESIDE, IL
1906 HOLIAN DRIVE | SPRING GROVE, IL                               Dust off your poodle skirts and saddle shoes, and grease
Join Kim Brey with Keller Williams Success Realty for a fun        back your hair! Drive your classic car over to meet your
presentation on how to make your home look like a million-         Platinum Adventures friends at the hop for lunch and some
dollar listing. Whether you are planning on selling your home      old time music performed by the Dixie Dudes. Please bring
in the future, want to tackle a few updates, or are just curious   your own chair so we can maintain an appropriate distance
about how to make your existing home feel fresh, you won't         as we shake, rattle, and roll! Outside food is not allowed. Park
want to miss this! We will also discuss ways to prepare your       in the parking lot, not under the canopy. The fee covers the
home for sale, staging tricks, and the best renovations for a      entertainment, and you can order off the restaurant's menu.
quick sale at top dollar.                                          The drive-in accepts cash and credit cards.

TIME: 10 AM                                                        TIME: 12:30 PM
COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE                                 COST: MEMBERS $5 | NON-MEMBERS $7
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WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4                                                    WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 25
    "Kinky Boots"                                   LIMI
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                                                     AVA ED SEAT
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                      ILAB    S        EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
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    Paramount Theatre                                                      Wintrust Financial Center
    23 E. GALENA BLVD. | AURORA, IL                                        9700 W. HIGGINS RD. | ROSEMONT, IL
    Charlie Price is a factory owner struggling to save his                Join us for a special trip presentation and travel the world with
    family business. Lola is an entertainer with an exciting               us! You'll hear all about the exciting trips and see slideshows
    idea. Together, this unexpected pair learn to embrace their            for great destinations we've planned for you, including Branson
    differences and create a line of sturdy stilettos unlike any           Blast, New York City Holiday, St. Louis Holiday, Discover
    the world has ever seen! The winner of six Tony Awards,                Hawaii, Arizona Baseball Getaway, Cherry Blossom Time in Our
    including best musical, "Kinky Boots" will dazzle you with             Nation's Capital, Spotlight on the French Riviera, Switzerland
    its glorious costumes, choreography, and songs written                 and the Italian Lakes, Jewels of the Rhine River Cruise, and
    by Grammy Award-winning and Tony Award-winning pop                     more. You'll want to start packing your bags! Lunch is included.
    icon Cyndi Lauper. We'll enjoy lunch before this matinée
    performance in the Meyer Ballroom. Lunch will include salad,           TIME: 11:30 AM
    entree, and dessert.                                                   COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
                                                                           The destinations presented may change based upon
    COST: MEMBERS $120 | NON-MEMBERS $130                                  availability at time of trip preview.
    CALL FOR DEPARTURE INFORMATION.
    Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, the venue may
    make a schedule change to this performance.                            MONDAY, OCTOBER 4
                                                                           Extended Trips Preview
                                                                           EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

                                                                           State Bank of The Lakes
                                                                           1906 HOLIAN DRIVE | SPRING GROVE, IL
                                                                           Join Platinum Adventures for presentations on the exciting
                                                                           extended trips that we have planned for you. Learn about the
    THURSDAY, AUGUST 12                                                    places we will go as the slideshows bring these destinations
    Pierogi Jo's Pop-Up Kitchen                                            to life. This December we're headed to both New York
    EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC                                       City and St. Louis for the holidays! Next year's destinations
    State Bank of The Lakes                                                include: Discover Hawaii; Arizona Baseball Getaway; Cherry
    50 COMMERCE DRIVE | GRAYSLAKE, IL                                      Blossom Time in Our Nation's Capital; Spotlight on French
    Join us for pierogi in the parking lot! Pierogi Jo's will be serving   Riviera; Switzerland and the Italian Lakes; Summertime
    four different varieties of pierogi during the lunch hour. Cash,       Mystery Trip; Mount Rushmore, Deadwood, and the Badlands;
    debit cards, and credit cards will be accepted. This is a pay-         Jewels of the Rhine River Cruise; and more. Book with your
    and-go event, not a sit-down mix and mingle. Please wear a             friends or meet new ones!
    mask and be sure to stay socially distanced. Your Platinum
                                                                           TIME: 2 TO 4 PM
    Adventures Director Mary Jo Babiarz will be there to assist.
                                                                           COST: MEMBERS & NON-MEMBERS | FREE
    Menu prices range between $8 and $15.
                                                                           The destinations presented may change based
    TIME: 11 AM TO 3 PM                                                    upon availability at time of trip preview.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR - Cary Bank & Trust
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                      ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                        TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                              MARY JO BABIARZ
                                                                                                                      847-838-7030
                                                                                                               mbabiarz@sbotl.com

    FOR DETAILED
    ITINERARIES ON
    ANY OF THESE
    UPCOMING
    EXTENDED TRIPS,
    CONTACT YOUR                    EXTENDED                                              entertainment will be provided and have
                                                                                          been thoughtfully planned out by our

    PLATINUM
    ADVENTURES
                                    TRIPS
                                    Have you always wanted to explore the
                                                                                          Platinum Adventures directors alongside
                                                                                          experienced and highly-qualified travel
                                                                                          professionals. All extended trips include
    DIRECTOR.                       world but don’t know where to begin to                at home pick-up and return and trip
                                    plan your travels? We have the solution               insurance. Sit back, relax, and join us for
                                    for you. Let us handle all of the planning.           this rare opportunity to see the sights
                                    Our extended trips offer you the chance               you never thought you’d see. If you have
                                    of a lifetime to see the world like you’ve            any questions, need more information, or
                                    never seen it before. Extended trips range            would like to make reservations for any of
                                    in length from a few days to a few weeks.             our extended trips, please contact your
                                    Most transportation, lodging, meals, and              bank’s Platinum Adventures Club director.

AUGUST 5 - 13
Alaska: America's Last Frontier
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
                                                                   AUGUST 15 - 19
FAIRBANKS, DENALI, TALKEETNA, AND ANCHORAGE, AK
Journey through America’s last great frontier to discover
                                                                   Colorado Springs
                                                                   EASY 1   2     3   4   5   ENERGETIC
awe-inspiring beauty and rich cultural heritage. You’ll tour
Fairbanks and see the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, learn the art of      COLORADO SPRINGS AND DENVER, CO
gold panning, and meet mushers and the dogs of the Trail           Experience the magnificence of Colorado Springs. You'll visit
Breaker Kennel. You will travel the scenic Alaska Railroad         the fascinating Garden of the Gods and see its remarkable
from Fairbanks to Denali in a domed railcar, head deep into        sandstone formations. Enjoy the spectacular view as we
Denali National Park on a full-day tundra wilderness tour,         enjoy lunch at the elegant Broadmoor Resort. Be amazed as
and experience small-town Alaskan life in Talkeetna. Plus,         you travel by train aboard the Historic Royal Gorge Railroad,
you’ll visit the Alaska Native Heritage Center and embark          past the granite cliffs of the Royal Gorge. Visit the Colorado
on a glacier cruise of Prince William Sound. Enjoy all these       Springs Olympic Training Center, United States Air Force
spectacular sights and more as you explore Alaska, the             Academy, and Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Tour the "Mile High
last frontier.                                                     City" of Denver before returning home.

COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,660 PP | SINGLE $6,760 PP                  COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $2,975 PP | SINGLE $3,500 PP
NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,860 PP | SINGLE $6,960 PP                    NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,175 PP | SINGLE $3,700 PP
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OCTOBER 18 - 22
                                                                      Branson Blast
                                                                      EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

                                                                      BRANSON, MO
     SEPTEMBER 8 - 18
                                                                      Have a blast in Branson on this fun-filled adventure. Our trip
     Portugal and The Douro River Cruise                              includes four live shows, including “Jesus” at the Sight and
     EASY 1   2   3   4   5   ENERGETIC                               Sound Theatre, “Dublin's Irish Tenors and The Celtic Ladies,”
     SPAIN AND PORTUGAL                                               “Amazing Acrobats of Shanghai,” and “Grand Jubilee” at
     Start your adventure by spending two nights in Lisbon and        the Grand Country Resort. We’ll go on a tour at Dogwood
     then set sail through the Portuguese frontier. Visit expansive   Canyon Nature Park and visit the amazing Titanic Museum.
     vineyards and sample some regional wines throughout your         You’ll also have time to shop and explore this fun part of the
     trip. See Spain's walled city of Salamanca and the quaint        Midwest. If you’ve never been to Branson, now’s the time. Or,
     and historic towns of Portugal as you traverse the Douro         if you have, come back and see what's new!
     River. Each port brings you to spectacular and alluring
     surroundings. Enjoy and relax on the lovely Emerald Radiance     COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $1,955 PP | SINGLE $2,485 PP
     river cruise ship with first class service and a variety of      NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $2,155 PP | SINGLE $2,685 PP
     international cuisine, onboard entertainment, and more!

     COST: STARTING AT $5,620 PP BASED ON CABIN
     PREFERENCE. CALL FOR PRICING.
                                                                      DECEMBER 3 - 6
     SEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 11                                        New York City Holiday
     British Isles - Castles, Countrysides,                           EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
     and Capitals                                                     NEW YORK CITY, NY
     EASY 1   2   3   4   5   ENERGETIC                               Let's kick off the holidays in the city that never sleeps!
     SCOTLAND, ENGLAND, WALES, AND IRELAND                            We'll start with a city tour where we'll see Broadway, Times
     Discover the history and charms of the British Isles as you      Square, the Empire State Building, Central Park, Grand Central
     visit Scotland, England, Wales, and Ireland. See historic        Station, and more. You'll marvel at the festive holiday
     royal castles, the beauty of England's Lake District, and the    window displays along Fifth Avenue and the magnificent
     charm of Ireland's countryside. You'll tour the capital cities   Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. Enjoy a performance at
     of Edinburgh, Cardiff, and Dublin. Learn about the lure of       Radio City Music Hall featuring the famous Rockettes, as
     Scotland's famous Gretna Green, known as the "marriage           well as experience a Broadway show. This adventure is sure
     capital of the UK," and explore the Viking city of York. Enjoy   to get you in the holiday spirit!
     a cruise on the tranquil English lake, Windermere; a stop to
     Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare;      COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,085 PP | SINGLE $3,780 PP
     a visit to the House of Waterford Crystal; and experience the    NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,285 PP | SINGLE $3,980 PP
     Blarney Castle. This will be a magical journey through four
     magnificent countries!                                              Beginning October 1, 2021, all travelers on domestic flights
                                                                         are required to have a REAL ID compliant driver's license or
     COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $4,970 PP | SINGLE $6,180 PP                           state ID card, or a passport to board a flight.
     NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,170 PP | SINGLE $6,380 PP                           Visit www.realid.ilsos.gov for more information.

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RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
                                                                                    ALL EVENTS. PLEASE CONTACT ME
                                                                                      TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT:
                                                                                                              MARY JO BABIARZ
                                                                                                                     847-838-7030
                                                                                                              mbabiarz@sbotl.com

DECEMBER 5 - 8
St. Louis Holiday
EASY 1   2   3   4   5   ENERGETIC
ST. LOUIS, MO
Celebrate the holiday season in the Gateway to the West!
You'll be dazzled by light displays at the Missouri Botanical
Gardens and the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows.
                                                                   MARCH 6 - 11 | 2022
On a city tour, you'll see the Old Courthouse, the Ulysses S.
Grant National Historic Site, Union Station, and more! Take        Arizona Baseball Getaway
                                                                   EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC
a tram ride to the top of the Arch and enjoy a sample during
your guided tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Check out          PHOENIX, AZ
the unique memorabilia and artifacts at the National Blues         Cheer on your favorite hometown team as they prepare
Museum as well as the interactive exhibits. You won't want         for the 2022 baseball season in sunny Arizona! You'll have
to miss this fun holiday trip!                                     the opportunity to see a spring training game for either the
                                                                   Chicago Cubs or the Chicago White Sox. Enjoy the beautiful
COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $1,875 PP | SINGLE $2,065 PP                  scenery and warm temperatures as you tour the Phoenix area,
NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $2,075 PP | SINGLE $2,265 PP                    visit the gorgeous red rock country of Sedona, and relax on a
                                                                   peaceful cruise around Saguaro Lake. You'll also explore music
                                                                   from around the world at the fascinating Musical Instrument
                                                                   Museum. Come along with Platinum Adventures to escape
                                                                   the cold weather!

                                                                   COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,400 PP | SINGLE $4,095 PP
JANUARY 27 - FEBRUARY 6 | 2022                                     NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $3,600 PP | SINGLE $4,295 PP
Discover Hawaii
EASY 1   2   3   4   5 ENERGETIC

OAHU, BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII, AND MAUI, HI
                                                                   2022 EXTENDED TRIPS
Your Hawaiian adventure begins in Oahu with a visit to             Here's a sneak peek at what's ahead!
Pearl Harbor and city tour of Honolulu. The next stop              APRIL | Cherry Blossom Time in Our Nation's Capital
is the Big Island of Hawaii, where you'll see crystal clear
waters and black sand beaches. You'll make your way past           MAY | Spotlight on the French Riviera
waterfalls and fern tree jungles as you explore the beauty         JUNE | Switzerland and the Italian Lakes
of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. The last stop on your
                                                                   JULY | Summertime Mystery Trip
island-hopping adventure is the "Valley Isle" of Maui. See
the stunning Iao Valley and explore the old whaling city           AUGUST | Mount Rushmore, Deadwood, and the Badlands
of Lahaina. No trip to Hawaii is complete without a luau, a        SEPTEMBER | Jewels of the Rhine River Cruise
traditional Polynesian feast! You'll also have time to relax and
enjoy the Hawaiian sunshine. Aloha!                                OCTOBER | Northern California: San Francisco, Wine
                                                                             Country, Carmel by the Sea, and Giant Redwoods
COST: MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,475 PP | SINGLE $7,075 PP
                                                                   DECEMBER | New England Winter Wonderland
NON-MEMBERS DOUBLE $5,675 PP | SINGLE $7,275 PP
Price is guaranteed for bookings through July 27, 2021.
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CRYSTAL LAKE’S COMMUNITY BANK
    5100 Northwest Hwy. | Crystal Lake, IL 60014
      815-479-5200 | www.crystallakebank.com

Membership is for those 50 years of age or better with a customer relationship. See a personal banker for more details.

   GENERAL INFORMATION
   ADDRESS FOR CRYSTAL LAKE BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A. DEPARTURE SITE(S):
   The bus cannot wait for late participants. Please arrive at your departure site 15 minutes prior to departure time. Refunds are not available for late or no-
   show participants.
   Depart Antioch                                          Depart Crystal Lake
   State Bank of The Lakes                                 Crystal Lake Bank & Trust
   440 Lake St.                                            5100 Northwest Hwy.
   Antioch, IL 60002                                       Crystal Lake, IL 60014
   West Parking lot across Spafford St.                    North end of parking lot

   RESERVATION POLICY FOR DAY & EXTENDED TRIPS:
   Reservations may be made by phone to Mary Jo Babiarz at 847-838-7030 or by email at mbabiarz@sbotl.com. For your reservation to be confirmed, payment
   must be in my office within seven days after reservations are made: Mary Jo Babiarz, Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Company, N.A., 5100 Northwest Hwy., Crystal
   Lake, IL 60014. Please make checks payable to Platinum Adventures. Please remember to make your menu selections when you reserve your tour. Member
   pricing is for current Platinum Adventures Club members only.

   RESPONSIBILITY OF CRYSTAL LAKE BANK & TRUST COMPANY, N.A.:
   Platinum Adventures and Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Company, N.A. are not the source or supplier of the travel services offered, but act solely as agent for
   the actual suppliers of such services. Your participation in any such travel services is conditioned upon your consent to the use of those suppliers and your
   agreement not to hold Platinum Adventures and Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Company, N.A. responsible should any of these suppliers: 1) fail to provide the travel
   services purchased; 2) fail to comply with any applicable law; or 3) engage in any negligent act or omission that causes any sort of injury, damage, delay, or
   inconvenience.
   Your participation is also conditioned upon your agreement to review all of your travel documents, including applicable cancellation and travel insurance
   policies. You may contact Mary Jo Babiarz at 847-838-7030 with any questions concerning required travel documents and applicable cancellation and
   travel insurance policies. Group travel fares typically involve restrictions and changing any aspect of your travel arrangements may result in the payment of
   additional money. Cancellation or failure to attend any part of your Platinum Adventures travel, tour, or event may result in financial penalties up to and
   including the loss of all monies paid. A travel insurance policy may provide a remedy if you canceled for a covered reason.
   Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Company, N.A. is acting in the capacity of extending this invitation to travel to the Platinum Adventures members and their guests.
   Crystal Lake Bank & Trust Company, N.A. reserves the right to refuse acceptance to anyone it judges incapable of meeting the rigors and requirements of
   participating in any activity or trip at any time.
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